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Used 2017 Nissan LEAF Hatchback Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

As the lowest trim level, the 2017 Nissan Leaf S is a bit bare-bones, at least as electric mobility goes. But you can add the the optional Charge package for quicker recharging. Otherwise, it's still a very functional car. The SV adds the Charge package and navigation as standard, but it still doesn't beat the S in the value proposition. The top-level SL adds leather seats, LED headlights and a host of comfort features that might edge out the S if you'd like a pampered electrified ride.

Nevertheless, all three feature the same suspension and powertrain, and mainly differ in infotainment, interior materials and wheel choices. Our choice, the S, comes with steel wheels, an 80-kW AC synchronous motor (produces 107 horsepower and 187 lb-ft of torque), front heated seats and a 60/40-split folding rear seat. You also get a rearview camera, a 5-inch central display, Bluetooth connectivity, and a USB port for streaming audio and charging your smartphone.

The optional Charge package includes the quicker 6.6-kW onboard charger and extra DC fast-charger port.

The SV comes with alloy wheels, the Charge package, a 7-inch touchscreen, navigation and NissanConnect, Nissan's web-connectivity system. The seats are still fabric, but rather than cloth, they're made out of a sustainably sourced, suede-like polyethylene terephthalate (PET).

As the top model, the SL adds LED headlights, foglights, heated rear seats (heated front seats are standard for all trims) and leather upholstery.

The SV and SL can be had with a Premium package, which includes a Bose audio system and a 360-degree camera system.

Which LEAF trim does Edmunds recommend?

Now that the same 30-kWh battery is standard in all three trim levels of Leaf, our recommendation is to get the Leaf S. With the optional, and highly recommended, Charge package (includes a 6.6-kW charger for quicker Level 2 charging and an extra port for ultra-fast Level 3 DC charging) added to the base price, the S is still priced less than an un-optioned Leaf SV. Plus, we think you still get all the features you'll really need with the S.

Compare trims side-by-side

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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not available
Not available
Not available
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
leather
Heated seats
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
107 hp
107 hp
107 hp
Engine torque
187 lb-ft
187 lb-ft
187 lb-ft
Engine displacement
Not available
Not available
Not available
Engine configuration
Electric
Electric
Electric
Transmission
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
Tire size
205/55R16
215/50R17
215/50R17
Wheel size
Wheel type
steel wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
124 / 101 / 112 MPGe
124 / 101 / 112 MPGe
124 / 101 / 112 MPGe
Fuel Capacity
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Driving Range (city/hwy)
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
Fuel Type
electric
electric
electric
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Battery

Battery

Battery

EPA Electricity Range
107 mi.
107 mi.
107 mi.
EPA KWh / 100 mi.
30
30
30
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)
6.0 hr.
6.0 hr.
6.0 hr.
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
34.1 ft.
35.4 ft.
35.4 ft.
Curb weight
3,323 lb.
3,386 lb.
3,405 lb.
Ground Clearance
6.3 in.
6.3 in.
6.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
69.7 in.
69.7 in.
69.7 in.
Height
61.0 in.
61.0 in.
61.0 in.
Length
175.0 in.
175.0 in.
175.0 in.
Wheelbase
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
106.3 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
23.6 cu. ft.
23.6 cu. ft.
23.6 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
41.2 in.
41.2 in.
41.2 in.
Front Leg Room
42.1 in.
42.1 in.
42.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.3 in.
54.3 in.
54.3 in.
Rear Head Room
37.3 in.
37.3 in.
37.3 in.
Rear Leg Room
33.3 in.
33.3 in.
33.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
52.5 in.
52.5 in.
52.5 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black, cloth
Black, cloth
Light Grey, cloth
Black, leather
Exterior
Forged Bronze
Gun Metallic
Super Black
Deep Blue Pearl
Brilliant Silver
Coulis Red
Glacier White
Pearl White
Forged Bronze
Gun Metallic
Super Black
Deep Blue Pearl
Brilliant Silver
Coulis Red
Glacier White
Pearl White
Forged Bronze
Gun Metallic
Super Black
Deep Blue Pearl
Brilliant Silver
Coulis Red
Glacier White
Pearl White